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Fluffy Lemon Ricotta Pancakes

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Light, airy pancakes with creamy ricotta and bright lemon zest, perfect for a quick and easy breakfast or weekend brunch.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (240 g) whole milk ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • ½ cup (120 ml) milk (whole or 2%)
  • Zest of 1 large lemon
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt until evenly combined (about 2 minutes).
  2. In a separate bowl, beat eggs until frothy (about 1 minute). Add ricotta, milk, melted butter, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Stir gently until blended but still slightly lumpy (2-3 minutes).
  3. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients. Fold gently with a rubber spatula until no streaks of flour remain. Do not overmix; some lumps are okay. Batter should be thick but pourable.
  4. Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat for 3-4 minutes. Test heat by sprinkling a few drops of water; if they evaporate quickly, pan is ready.
  5. Lightly grease pan with butter or oil. Using a ¼ cup measuring cup, pour batter onto skillet. Cook 2-3 minutes until bubbles form on surface and edges look set.
  6. Flip carefully and cook an additional 1-2 minutes until golden and cooked through. Adjust heat as needed to avoid burning or undercooking.
  7. Transfer cooked pancakes to a warm plate and tent with foil to keep warm while cooking remaining batter. Serve immediately with desired toppings.

Notes

Use room temperature eggs and ricotta for best results. Fold batter gently to keep it airy. Adjust heat to prevent burning. If batter is too thick, add milk tablespoon by tablespoon to loosen. Fresh lemon zest is key for bright flavor.

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